"...the range of views about a poem or novel was astonishing, and each one valid in its own way."

Excellent point, Eliza! That is why I insist that communication must be honest, open, and have the ultimate goal of reaching understanding.

Here is a link on a very touching piece called "The Power Of Words."

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Hzgzim5m7oU&feature=youtu.be

I have more to say about words. (I was about to start a thread about this topic, myself.) But I wanted to post this now.

Saul